Carrick confirmed, United Women fall to Chelsea

Carrick stays: two-year deal agreed

Michael Carrick has agreed a two-year contract to become Manchester United's permanent head coach. The deal ends any uncertainty about the dugout going into next season. Carrick steps into the role full-time after taking interim charge, and the club are backing him with a deal through to 2027 (2) (4).

United Women end season with Chelsea defeat

Chelsea 1–0 Manchester United. Sam Kerr scored the only goal on her final appearance for Chelsea, and United's women ended a disappointing campaign with another loss. The result will only intensify questions about Marc Skinner's future after a poor run of form to close the season (3) (6) (7) (8).

Trabzonspor want Onana deal permanent

Trabzonspor are preparing a proposal to keep Andre Onana, who has been told he is not wanted back at Old Trafford. The Cameroonian goalkeeper spent the season on loan in Turkey, and United now face a decision on whether to cash in or bring him back into the fold (1).

Benfica open to £26m Rios sale

Benfica are willing to accept £26 million for midfielder Richard Rios, a player United have been tracking. The Colombian international is seen as a midfield reinforcement option, and Benfica's willingness to negotiate puts the ball in United's court (5).

Fan reactions

The Carrick news dominated the conversation on Reddit, with fans on r/reddevils widely backing the appointment. There is a sense of relief that the club have moved decisively, and many see Carrick as someone who understands the club's identity. Read the full discussion.

Sources

  • 1. thepeoplesperson.com — United receive tempting proposal for Andre Onana, the ball is in their court - report
  • 2. news.sky.com — Carrick agrees two-year deal to remain Man Utd head coach
  • 3. thepeoplesperson.com — United women fall to another disheartening 1-0 loss to Chelsea, serious questions will be asked of Skinner now
  • 4. fcupdate.nl — BBC: Michael Carrick wordt definitief trainer van Manchester United
  • 5. thepeoplesperson.com — Euro side willing to accept £26m offer for “great player” wanted by United - report
  • 6. bbc.com — Kerr equals record in final game as Chelsea beat Man Utd
  • 7. svt.se — Sam Kerr tangerade klubbrekordet i sista matchen – med drömmål
  • 8. westlondonsport.com — Kerr scores in final game as Chelsea end WSL campaign with win